When you experience hypoglycaemia, it’s important to act fast to restore your blood glucose to a safe level before your condition worsens and becomes dangerous. GlucoRx Torq Gel is a specialist fast-acting carbohydrate gel which was developed based on scientific research from peer-reviewed findings and has been specifically designed to raise blood sugar quickly and safely.
What is hypoglycaemia?
Hypoglycaemia occurs when blood sugar drops to a very low level; it’s often referred to as having a “hypo”. During hypoglycaemia, you may experience shakiness, weakness, confusion, sleepiness, shivering, sweating and hunger. Left untreated, a diabetic coma can be the result.
What’s in GlucoRx Torq Gel?
GlucoRx Torq Gel contains a blend of two sugars, maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 ratio, together with five key electrolytes: potassium, sodium, chloride, calcium and magnesium. Each pack contains 3 x 23.5g sachets, enough to treat three hypos.
How does it work?
All carbohydrate gels work by delivering carbohydrates into the bloodstream via two intestinal transporters, one for glucose and one for fructose. However, these transporters can only work up to certain maximum rates. Glucose can only be absorbed at a maximum rate of 60g per hour, or 1g per minute. Fructose can be absorbed at a maximum rate of 30g per hour, or 0.5g per minute. By combining maltodextrin (a glucose derivative) and fructose, GlucoRx Torq Gel allows optimal carbohydrate delivery for quick relief of symptoms. Together, these two sugars can be absorbed at 90g per hour or 1.5g per minute – that’s over 40% better than a single glucose source, meaning that your blood sugar levels will rise faster. It is these two different transporters that allow the fast absorption of GlucoRx Torq Gel.
Super-fast carbohydrate delivery when you need it most
Research shows that swilling a carbohydrate gel around your mouth triggers an important physiological response: this action sends signals to your brain, telling it to expect a sugar delivery, and thus starting to ease symptoms even faster – GlucoRx Torq Gel starts to work before you’ve even swallowed it.
Convenience, discretion and a great taste too
The small tubes are easy to carry with you in a purse, wallet or pocket, and very easy to open and use. Simply tear the top off the tube, squeeze the contents into your mouth and swill for five seconds before swallowing. Discreet and convenient, GlucoRx Torq Gel also tastes great too – using natural flavourings, the gel is available in black cherry yoghurt or raspberry ripple flavour. It contains no artificial colours or sweeteners. The silky-smooth gel is easy to swallow – a no mess, no fuss, fast and simple solution for a hypo.
Using GlucoRx Torq Gel safely
GlucoRx Torq Gel is not suitable for children under 2 years old. It must not be given to anyone who is unconscious, due to risk of choking. If someone with diabetes falls unconscious, call 999 immediately. GlucoRx Torq Gel is designed to treat occasional hypos, but it is not a substitute for good diabetes control. If you are experiencing hypoglycaemia frequently, having trouble controlling your blood sugar or are worried about your diabetes for any other reason, consult your GP as soon as possible.